1894 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
Optimist Park SW- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,076 sqft
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,076 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1972
Living Area
2,076 sqft
Price/Sqft
$278
Parking
Garage
About this House
Gorgeous Tempe home in a quiet neighborhood featuring a split floor plan, diving pool and many upgrades including energy efficient dual pane windows, flat top stove, new roof, tile floors, Pottery Barn paint, crown molding and an oversized 2.5 Car Garage. Curl up with a book in the cozy family room or enjoy a night of entertainment in the formal living room. Your master suite includes a seperate exit to the pool, ample room for your King Size Bed and his/hers dual sinks. The back patio features cedar shingled covered patio with skylights, perfect for enjoying the afternoon by the pool.
1894 E Watson Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,076 sqft single-family home in Optimist Park SW, built in 1972. It last sold for $220,000 on Nov 2, 2009. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $576,700, with a rent estimate of $3,238/month.
Home Details for 1894 E Watson Dr
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Heating & Cooling Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: RefrigeratorHeating Fuel: Other |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 7 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Cement ConcretePatio |
Pool Pool |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1972 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 8102 sqft |
Price History for 1894 E Watson Dr
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 11/02/2009 | $220,000 | Sold | ARMLS #2973776 |
| 05/12/2008 | $320,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 04/23/2008 | $320,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 07/03/2006 | $325,000 | Sold | ARMLS #2538704 |
| 05/26/2000 | $159,900 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/09/1997 | $85,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Tempe
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$463K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.5%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$291
$2MoM
Available listings
550
13MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $2,729 |
| Assessment | $446,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1894 E Watson Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.22 | Single-Family Home | $320,000 | 09/23/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 06/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,584 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $534,000 | 03/02/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,971 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 05/29/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,746 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $575,000 | 05/05/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,004 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $590,000 | 02/11/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,208 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 06/25/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,224 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $420,000 | 02/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,564 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 05/28/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,642 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $530,000 | 08/13/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,691 |
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What Locals Say about Optimist Park SW
At least 12 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say streets are well-lit
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
100 % Say parking is easy
95 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
94 % Say yards are well-kept
93 % Say car is needed
90 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
77 % Say it's quiet
75 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
69 % Say kids play outside
68 % Say neighbors are friendly
24 % Say there's wildlife
17 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 1894 E Watson Dr
- What is 1894 E Watson Dr estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1894 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ is $576,700.
- What is the price history for 1894 E Watson Dr?1894 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ last sold for $220,000 in November 2009.
- Is Tempe a buyer's or seller's market?Tempe is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Tempe?The median sale price in Tempe is $463K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
- Does 1894 E Watson Dr have air conditioning?Yes, 1894 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has air conditioning.
- Does 1894 E Watson Dr have a pool?Yes, 1894 E Watson Dr in Tempe, AZ has a pool.

